score
score
skɔr
skawr
British pronunciation
/skɔː/

Definition & Meaning of "score"in English

Score
01

a number representing the points, goals, etc. a player achieves in a competition or game

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Everyone at the party was surprised by the high score in the card game.
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the result of an exam that is shown by a letter or number

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She received a perfect score on the exam.
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a written representation of a musical composition, showing parts for different instruments on separate staves

What is a "score"?

A score is a written or printed version of a musical composition that shows all the parts or voices arranged on separate staffs. It provides a comprehensive view of the entire piece, allowing musicians and conductors to see how different parts of the music fit together. Scores include details such as notes, rhythms, dynamics, and articulations, and are used for rehearsals and performances to ensure that all parts of the composition are played correctly and cohesively.

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The orchestra rehearsed from the full score.
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the music composed for a movie

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The composer received critical acclaim for his hauntingly beautiful score for the epic film.
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a set or group of twenty or approximately twenty people or things

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The farmer harvested a score of apples from his orchard.
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facts or details about an actual situation

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He gave me the score on the company's plans.
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the action of earning points in a game or sport

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She attempted a risky shot, and the score came after a tense few seconds.
06

a sexual conquest or seduction resulting in intercourse

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He bragged about his latest score.
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a grievance or resentment strong enough to justify retaliation

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He had a score against his former business partner.
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a slight cut, groove, or notch, often made to keep a tally

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The carpenter made a score to guide the saw.
09

an amount due, often for food, drink, or minor debts

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He ran up a score at the bar.
to score
01

to gain a point, goal, etc. in a game, competition, or sport

Transitive: to score a point or goal
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to score definition and meaning
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He scored a goal in the final minute.
02

to make shallow cuts or marks on a surface

Transitive: to score a surface
to score definition and meaning
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The baker used a knife to score the bread dough before baking for an even rise.
03

to assign or determine a rating to be given to a competitor's performance

Transitive: to score a competitor or their performance
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As the judges, we need to carefully score each dancer based on their technique, style, and overall performance.
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to be assigned a certain numerical value as indicator of quality of performance

Transitive: to score a numerical value
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A successful three-point shot in basketball can score three points.
05

to successfully engage in a sexual encounter, typically of a casual nature

Intransitive: to score with sb
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After chatting for a while at the party, he managed to score with one of the guests.
06

to write or compose music, typically for various instruments or voices

Transitive: to score music
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The composer scores a beautiful symphony for the orchestra.
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to gain an advantage that makes one ultimately succeed

Transitive: to score an advantage
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Despite the challenging conditions, her perseverance helped her score a promotion at work.
08

to record or keep track of the points, goals, or runs achieved by players or teams during a game or contest

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He will score the game during the match tonight.
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to successfully obtain or achieve something desired

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He scored tickets to the sold-out concert.
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